Switzerland´s Best
Description
Summary
Description
Embark on an unforgettable 9-day journey through the heart of Europe, exploring the rich history, diverse cultures, and breathtaking landscapes of Switzerland and its neighboring countries. This multi-day tour offers a unique blend of guided sightseeing and free time to explore at your own pace. From the historic cities of Bern and Geneva to the picturesque villages of Yvoire and Gruyeres, from the awe-inspiring Glacier 3000 to the tranquil Lake Zurich, every day brings a new adventure. Enjoy a boat ride across Lake Geneva, a cable car ride up to a glacier, a visit to a chocolate factory, and much more. With comfortable accommodations, delicious meals, and the services of an experienced guide, this tour is the perfect way to experience the best of Europe.
Included
Includes arrival transfer
Train: Rapperswil - Zurich
Basic travel insurance
City tour in: GENEVA
Ticket admission: Chillon castle, Cailler chocolate factory , Aareslucht gorges , botanic garden in Mainau , Rhine Waterfalls
Funicular: cable car to Glacier 3000
English speaking tour in: GENEVA
Please note also that your tour guide might be changed once or several times during the tour. On some tours, according to the number of passengers, the service may be provided in bilingual (usually in English and Spanish), either accompanied by two tour leaders, one for each language, or a single tour leader for smaller groups explaining in both languages.
Meals as stated
1 Dinner Included in: LEYSIN
ZURICH
: INTERCITY ZURICH AIRPORT or MERCURE ZURICH CITY or NASH AIRPORT
LEYSIN
: ALPINE CLASSIC HOTEL LEYSIN or CAMPANILE MARTIGNY or CENTRAL RESIDENCE
CHIASSO
: MOVENPICK ALBERGO TOURING or CRUISE or HOLIDAY INN EXPRESS LUZERN-KRIENS
FELDKIRCH
: BEST WESTERN CENTRAL LEONHARD or CENTRAL LOWEN
We know how important hotels are on your trip. The hotels have been selected taking into consideration quality, price and location. They are located in the cities we visit, most of them not in the city center but all of them with easy access to public transportation nearby. Our accommodation is not based on luxury hotels. Please keep in mind that standards, bed sizes and room dimensions can vary between hotels of the same class in different locations. All rooms are equipped with private bathroom and TV. Some of them also offer a mini-bar, safe box, and hair dryer. Many hotels, mainly in North Europe, do not have air conditioning or local legislation establishes limited dates of use.
Destinations
Lugano
Geneva
Nyon
Gruyères
Zurich
Einsiedeln
Lucerne
Fribourg
Uri
Bern
FeldkirchDaily Itinerary
Day 1 – Day 1: Arrival and Transfer to Hotel
- Zurich - Arrival day
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Welcome to the start of your exciting European adventure! Upon your arrival at the airport, we'll be there to greet you and transfer you to your hotel. Take some time to settle in and relax. Later, join us for a welcome meeting with your guide and fellow travelers.
Day 2 – Day 2: Bern, Fribourg, Nyon, Yvoire, and Geneva
- Zurich
- Bern
- Fribourg
- Nyon
- Yvoire
- Geneva
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- Gurten Park im Grünen
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Our journey begins with a visit to Bern, the capital of Switzerland, where we'll explore the beautiful Garden of Roses. After some free time for lunch, we'll head to the bilingual city of Fribourg, followed by a stop in the Roman city of Nyon. We'll then cross Lake Geneva by boat to reach Yvoire, a charming medieval village in France. Our day ends in Geneva, where we'll spend the night.
Day 3 – Day 3: Geneva, Chillon Castle, Gruyeres, and Leysin
- Geneva
- Gruyères
- Leysin
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- Collegiate Church of Neuchâtel
- Palace of Nations
- Chillon Castle
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After breakfast, we'll embark on a city tour of Geneva, visiting the Palais des Nations and the beautiful English Garden. We'll then head to Chillon Castle, a medieval fortress on the shores of Lake Geneva. Next, we'll visit the picturesque village of Gruyeres, famous for its cheese, and the Cailler Chocolate Factory, where we'll enjoy a delicious tasting. We'll end the day in the holiday town of Leysin, where we'll have dinner and spend the night.
Day 4 – Day 4: Glacier 3000, Interlaken, Aareslucht Gorges, and Chiasso
- Leysin
- Interlaken
- Château-d'Œx
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- Aare Gorge
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Today, we'll experience the thrill of a cable car ride up to Glacier 3000, where you can walk on a suspended bridge between two mountain peaks or explore the Ice Cathedral. After a stop in Interlaken for lunch, we'll visit the stunning Aareslucht Gorges. We'll then travel along the scenic Sutenpass to reach Chiasso, a Swiss town on the border with Italy, where we'll spend the night.
Day 5 – Day 5: Lugano, Burglen, Altdorf, and Lucerne
- Lugano
- Lucerne
- Uri
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Our day begins with a visit to Lugano, the cosmopolitan capital of Italian Switzerland. We'll then travel to Burglen, the birthplace of William Tell, and Altdorf, where you can explore the city's rich history. Our final destination for the day is Lucerne, a beautiful city by the lake. Enjoy some free time to explore the city at your own pace.
Day 6 – Day 6: Einsiedeln, Maienfeld, Vaduz, and Feldkirch
- Lucerne
- Einsiedeln
- Feldkirch
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We'll start the day with a visit to Einsiedeln, home to a magnificent baroque abbey. Next, we'll head to Maienfeld, the village that inspired the story of Heidi, and Vaduz, the capital of Liechtenstein. Our final stop is Feldkirch, a charming walled city in Austria, where you'll have some free time to explore.
Day 7 – Day 7: St. Gallen, Constance, Mainau Island, Stein am Rhein, and Zurich
- Feldkirch
- Zurich
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Our day begins with a visit to St. Gallen, a World Heritage Site known for its cathedral and medieval old town. We'll then explore Constance and Mainau Island, famous for its beautiful botanical garden. After a stop in Stein am Rhein, a picturesque village on the Rhine River, we'll visit the Rhine Falls, Europe's most powerful waterfall. We'll end the day in Zurich, where we'll spend the night.
Day 8 – Day 8: Zurich and Rapperswil
- Zurich
- Kloten
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Today, we'll explore Zurich, Switzerland's largest city and a global center for banking and finance. We'll take a guided tour of the city, followed by a scenic cruise on Lake Zurich. We'll disembark in Rapperswil, a picturesque village overlooked by a medieval castle, and return to Zurich by train.
Day 9 – Day 9: Departure
- Zurich
- Kloten - Departure day
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After breakfast, our unforgettable journey through Europe comes to an end. We hope you leave with wonderful memories and look forward to welcoming you back on another tour soon.
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